IF u r in a lower classes dose that mean u r in special ed?

Question

i mean becuse i am in the resourse math and sience(sorry i think i spelled that wrong)and people r telling me it is a specail Ed clases

i mean becuse i am in the resourse math and sience(sorry i think i spelled that wrong)and people r telling me it is a specail Ed clases but at the same time i have learing probles but i act narmal. is that mean i am just slower at learnig?

i have learing probles but i act narmal. is that mean i am just slower at learnig?

Answer 1

Honey, if you are in "resource" you are in Special Ed. That's the name of the classes that they place kids that are LD, or learning disabled. It's not a "lower level course" for kids that just don't apply themselves. They have those, but the aren't called resource.

The people you are referring to, are they peers or grown-ups?

You should know that you are in Sp.Ed. classes. You have to be tested by a person alone before they ever place you in a different pull-out class. Your parents have to come to a meeting called an ARD and agree to your placement. Have these things been done? If so, you are definately in Sp.Ed. Actually, your parents can agree to let the school place you without them actually attending a meeting. However, by law they are notifed and given the opportunity to come and participate. They can waive that right in writing and allow the school to make a decision and then notify them.

Either way, resource classes are Special Education classes. So, you might want to ask your parents if they know anything about what's going on, because they should.

And just because you have difficulties learning new things, doesn't mean you aren't normal. I teach LD kids everyday and they are just as normal, funny and interesting as the general ed kids. They just need extra help.

I will say though, that most of the people that post replys on these Sp.Ed. threads obviously have ZERO background in Sp. Ed. and need to stop saying things and giving advice. Why don't you just go give medical advice? The person that said "You're just not top notch" is a terribly hateful human being. The person that said that resource and Sp.Ed. is only for people with Down's Syndrome is also highly mistaken. I'd also like to know the qualifications of the person that made the inaccurate statement that "not all students in Sp. Ed. have an IEP." Really? They don't? I've been teaching for five years and never came across one that didn't. Even those functioning on grade level and attending all general ed classes that didn't have and IEP. Take a tip people, do some research before you spout off.

Anyway, sweetie, talk to your parents. Talk to your teacher. I promise you, they will give you a straight answer. And, remember, just because you get placed in Sp. Ed., I'm assuming with a LD label, doesn't mean you cannot learn. It doesn't mean you cannot go to college and be successful. Hang in there, okay.

Answer 2

'Resource' generally means special education. That being said, you would have to have an IEP to be placed there. You do not give your age, so I would ask your parents if they have participated in an IEP meeting and to have them walk you through an IEP if there is one. If you are in high school, you should be invited to your IEP meetings and should be helping the special education teacher complete a transition plan. This helps you make the switch from school to college/trade program/job. If you do not have an IEP and are in resource ( the teacher would be able to tell you if the class is resource), then legally you cannot be in that class.


If you are in resource placements and have an IEP, you should still be taking general education classes for all areas in which you don't struggle or have difficulties. Many students only have resource classes for English or for math. Many schools do not offer resource classes for other subjects. Once you are doing well in math and science, you may be able to take those classes in the general ed setting with accommodations. The purpose of resource, and other special ed placements, is to give you the knowledge you need to help you return to the regular education classroom. Being there does not mean that you are not smart, just that you learn differently. This is not uncommon and is nothing to feel bad about. Others here have listed famous individuals who have had disabilities. Many people theorize that Albert Einstein had a form of high functioning autism.

Answer 3

"Resource" sounds like a special education class to me. But my question is: Why does it matter? Special education classes are there to help those who need help in certain subjects. If you need extra help, more teacher feedback, in Math and Science this is were you can receive it. My guess is that the "people" you are referring to are other students who are making fun of you because you go to a different class than them. If it is really bothering you, you should talk to your Math or Science teacher about it. If other kids are making fun of you because you are different you should go talk to the guidance counselor about it. He/She can give you some support and advise on how to handle yourself next time someone starts bothering you about things like this. No one should be discriminated against because they are different or take different classes, regardless of what the title of the class is.

Also, not all students with an IEP take special ed classes and not all special ed students have an IEP.

Answer 4

Everyone struggles in different ways. For you, that maybe math and science. That is OKAY! Plenty of people have been classified as learning disabled (Tommy Hilfiger, Orlando Bloom, Jay Leno, etc.). Generally resource classes are a form of special education, but all that means is that you learn in a different way and at a different pace. However, I'm sure there are plenty of areas where you accel, so hang in there. :)

Answer 5

If you have an Individual Education Plan that you probably are in a Special Education Program.

In today's society you should be in a class where a highly qualified teacher is doing the direct instruction, and you should be in a class with students with and without disabilities.

Answer 6

No, I wouldn't say you are. I've been in classes with lower-learning students but it wasn't special ed. There are classes that are alternative, sort of like ESL, but that doesn't mean anything is wrong, you probably just learn differently.

Answer 7

some of the finest, most talented intellectuals were educated in special education classes. i being a special educator believe that anything out of ordinary education classes qualifies as "special" now to receive services you should have an iep which is an individualized education program, its a legal contract between you and your school for special services.

Answer 8

You may have a learning disability, which is perfectly okay. Lower-level classes are intended to help people such as you, who can't keep up with more fast-paced courses.
Special Education is for people who are truly mentally disabled, such as children or teens with Down's syndrome, etc.

Answer 9

seriously, if you were meant to be in a s.e. class then you probably wouldn't be typing. just b-cuz your on a lower level doesn't mean that your in special ed. it just means that you learn at a slower pace. every one is different. just take your time and learn as much as you can.

Answer 10

not true at all. it just means youre having trouble with the subject. dont listen to those people because they dont know what their talking about! im in a lower math class and my friend is in both a low reading class and language arts class!